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Police officer in court accused of tasering 95-year-old in Cooma

A police officer accused of fatally tasering a 95-year-old great grandmother will return to court for the first time since being charged with manslaughter. Senior Constable Kristian White, 33, used a stun gun...

Australians feeling mental toll of financial pressures

Many Australians are reporting financial pressure as the number one stressor heading into Christmas with the crisis having a direct toll on their mental health.

Reserve Bank keeps interest rates on hold at final meeting for 2023

Borrowers have been spared more cash rate pain at the final Reserve Bank of Australia policy meeting of the year.

Brittany Higgins denies attempt to ‘blow up’ rape retrial

Brittany Higgins has rejected assertions a speech she gave after the jury was discharged in Bruce Lehrmann's criminal case was designed to derail a retrial.

Andrew O’Keefe ‘had to plead guilty’ after unusual drug tests

Ex-Seven Network host Andrew O'Keefe has pleaded guilty to a drug-driving charge, saying he wanted to avoid further delays in court.

Flight delays loom as Virgin staff threaten stoppages

Virgin Australia cabin crew will take strike action over the busy Christmas period unless the airline comes to the table with better pay and conditions.

Brisbane man to stand trial over alleged kidnapping turned fatal

A man accused of abducting and causing grievous bodily harm to his own father that allegedly caused his death 11 months later has been ordered to stand trial for manslaughter.

NSW’s ‘most wanted’ man to face Sydney court

Senior NSW gangland figure Masood Zakaria will be extradited to NSW after being deported from Turkey, accused of organised crime-related offences.

Experts sweet on labelling crackdown on sugar claims

Australian and NZ food ministers have agreed to clamp down on sugar labelling, with products high in sugars no longer able to carry 'no added sugar' claims.

France backs Australia lifting civil nuclear energy ban

As Australia grapples with whether to embrace nuclear energy to reach net-zero emissions France's foreign minister has encouraged it as part of the renewables future. 

Australia and France strike defence pact on base access

Australian soldiers will have greater access to French military bases in the Pacific region and Indian Ocean under a new defence pact.

Labor MP Peta Murphy dies aged 50 after cancer battle

Labor MP Peta Murphy has died at the age of 50 following a battle with breast cancer, the prime minister has announced.

Don’t let Christmas tree syndrome ruin your festivities

Whether you plan to put up a plastic or pine tree this year, The National Asthma Council Australia is warning people with asthma and allergies about the risk of Christmas Tree Syndrome.

Gold Coast out of running to host 2026 Commonwealth Games

The Gold Coast has scrapped its bid to host the 2026/27 Commonwealth Games after it failed to generate support from the state or federal governments.  

Supermarket profits in spotlight as cost-of-living crisis bites

Supermarket giants accused of price gouging during a cost-of-living crisis could be scrutinised by a parliamentary committee.

Extremists infiltrating online gaming platform to radicalise kids

Extremists groups are infiltrating virtual gaming platforms such as Roblox and using violent simulations to radicalise young Australians, the AFP warns.

How safe was the car you drove in the 1990s?

Taking stock of the past 30 years of independent vehicle safety testing, ANCAP reflects on the vehicle models first rated when testing began in 1993.

Remote work, reduced pay: are we willing to make a trade?

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to reshape the workforce, with almost half of Australian workers willing to sacrifice part of their annual salary to work from home.

‘Cozzie livs’ becoming a big issue for Aussie teens

A national survey by Mission Australia has revealed that Australian teenagers are becoming increasingly affected by financial matters.

States and territories dig in on permanent GST deal

State treasurers want a GST deal squared away before considering an expanded role in funding the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

Brittany Higgins tried to ‘reclaim’ dress at Libs birthday party

Brittany Higgins has returned to give evidence in Bruce Lehrmann's defamation trial after an emotional day when she broke down testifying in court.

Flood-hit eastern Australia bracing for more rain

Eastern Victoria and southern NSW are preparing for more rain as floodwaters threaten communities following wild storms.

Brittany Higgins to donate $200k book deal proceeds to charity

Lawyers for ex-Liberal staffer Bruce Lehrmann have questioned Brittany Higgins about allegedly evolving evidence and a book deal made regarding her rape claim.

Widespread heightened summer bushfire risk: report

Large areas of every state have been placed on notice of heightened risk over summer, with the release of the Seasonal Bushfire Outlook for 2023.

Flood rescues as eastern Australia gets soaked by storms

Heavy rain and thunderstorms have wreaked havoc across eastern Australia with two people rescued after their car was swept away in floodwaters and others from a NSW home.

The People’s Letter to the World Health Organization

Community advocacy group Stand Up Now Australia is calling on Aussies to communicate their rejection of the 2022 World Health Organisation's proposed amendments to its International Health Regulations by reading and signing The People’s Letter by Friday 1 December.

Brittany Higgins says she couldn’t scream during alleged rape

Brittany Higgins has described in detail her alleged rape by Bruce Lehrmann while testifying at a defamation trial in the Federal Court.

Labor strikes deal to pass Murray-Darling changes

The Albanese government has secured the support of the final crossbench senator it needs to get its contentious Murray-Darling Basin laws over the line.

Movember’s fight to stop years shaved off men’s lives

Movember's new research institute, unveiled on its 20th anniversary, will accelerate men's health research and develop programs to improve real-world outcomes.

Australian government takes action on ‘Help to Buy’ housing laws

Thousands of Australians seeking to buy a home will soon get assistance with laws due to go to federal parliament.
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